Political Science and Government at Johns Hopkins University

Graduate/Professional Certificate

Location: Baltimore, MD•In-State Tuition: $63,340•Admission Rate: 8%•Avg SAT: 1553
Median Earnings (1yr)
$70,803
95th percentile
Sample Size
20
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Johns Hopkins University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Johns Hopkins University graduates earn $71k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all political science and government grad-cert programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Maryland

Political Science and Government grad-cert's programs at peer institutions in Maryland

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Johns Hopkins University$70,803———
National Median$70,803———

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Johns Hopkins University, approximately 20% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.